Category : Corporate News


Uber to Pay $8.5M in Driver Sex Assault Trial

A US jury has ordered Uber to pay $8.5 million in damages to a woman who was sexually assaulted by a driver, marking a significant legal precedent for ride-hailing safety accountability.

Epstein Emails Reveal $25M Art Deal Linking Billionaires

Newly released DOJ emails show Jeffrey Epstein coordinated a legal vehicle in 2014 for billionaires Ronald Lauder and Leon Black to share ownership of a $25 million painting, revealing deeper connections to wealth and power.

Urban Company Data Shows Gig Work Depends on Hours, Not Skills

Urban Company's data shows its top 5% professionals work 167 hours monthly, nearly double the average, with flat hourly earnings. While earnings are comparable to entry-level IT jobs, growth comes from volume, not skill-based pay or career progression.

Bob's Furniture IPO Jumps 11%, Raises $331 Million

Bob's Discount Furniture, backed by Bain Capital, surged 11% in its trading debut, raising $331 million and achieving a $2.42 billion market valuation. The IPO marks a significant move in a challenging market for consumer-focused companies.

Post Critic Fired While Eating Anniversary Pear

Ron Charles, a veteran book critic at The Washington Post, was laid off while enjoying pears sent to mark his 20th anniversary. He reflects on his career and future plans amid sweeping cuts.

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